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AI Hackathon
Think Build Evolve
Think Build Evolve
MIT-WPU's flagship AI hackathon — student teams design, build, and deploy AI solutions for real-world problems.
Open to students from every university across India. Connect with other passionate innovators and showcase your ideas on a national stage.
Learn from industry leaders and academic experts who help shape your ideas into real products.
Fully on-campus at MIT-WPU, Pune. Build, collaborate, and present in person.
AI products that solve genuine problems — healthcare, education, agriculture, and climate.
Everything you need to know — themes, timeline, prize structure, eligibility, and judging criteria in one place.
Use this official template for your Round 1 project submission. Follow the slide structure to ensure your idea is evaluated fairly.
From online screening to the on-campus grand finale — here's how the competition unfolds.
Participants submit initial project ideas for evaluation.
Projects submitted in this stage will not be continued in later rounds.
Top teams qualify for the offline 24-hour hackathon, where new problem statements will be released 24 hours before the hackathon.
Every milestone from registration to the grand finale — mark your calendar.
We're open for applications! Gather your team, pick a topic you're passionate about, and start your journey.
● Registration OpenShare your idea with us, tell us what problem you want to solve, and explain your unique approach.
Stage 1 DeadlineThe final list of teams is confirmed. We can't wait to welcome you on campus for an unforgettable experience!
Final SelectionJoin us on campus at MIT-WPU, Pune, for 24 hours of building, collaboration, and competing for the top prize.
Main EventFive areas where your AI solutions can help transform lives and shape the future.
AI solutions improving diagnostics, telemedicine, patient care, and assistive technologies.
AI-powered platforms for personalized learning, skill development, and education access.
Technology for climate monitoring, resource optimization, and sustainable development.
AI-driven systems for urban mobility, infrastructure management, and public safety.
AI innovations in payments, lending, fraud detection, and financial inclusion.
Digital tools enabling automation, analytics, and growth for small businesses.
The most in-demand technologies of today and tomorrow — at your fingertips.
A simple guide to how we review and appreciate your creations.
Strong solutions begin with a clear understanding of the problem they aim to solve. We evaluate how well teams identify the core challenge, define the scope, and justify why the problem matters.
We look for creative applications of AI and emerging technologies that introduce novel approaches. Projects demonstrating unique thinking, fresh perspectives, and meaningful differentiation score higher.
We assess how effectively teams translate concepts into working systems — including technical design, code quality, implementation complexity, and prototype reliability.
The most compelling projects create real value. We evaluate potential impact, ability to scale, and usability — rewarding solutions with clear real-world relevance and intuitive user experience.
Three winners. One leaderboard.
Strong performance, stronger recognition.
Top AI solution built in 24 hours.
Excellence deserves a reward.
Plus certificates, recognition, and ecosystem opportunities for all participants.
Apart from the top 3, we have other appreciation prizes — cash money, goodies & vouchers — for more teams.
Welcoming students from all over India — bring your ideas and your friends.
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Diploma students across India — all institutions welcome.
Diverse teams encouraged — mix disciplines for stronger solutions.
Grand Finale held fully on-campus at MIT World Peace University, Pune.
One-time fee for your whole team — includes event access, mentorship, meals, certificates, and swag.
A glimpse into the energy, creativity, and community that defines our hackathon.
